Thomas Partey, Baba Rahman named in reported Black Stars squad for Mali, CAR games

Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey and PAOK defender Baba Rahman have reportedly been named in the soon-to-be-announced Black Stars squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers in June.

According to Akoma FM, the duo, after missing out on the last international assignment in March, have been named among Otto Addo's 24-man squad to face Mali and the Central African Republic.

The report also indicates that former Medeama striker Jonathan Sowah will make his return to the squad following his impressive stint at Al Nassr in Libya.

Sowah will replace Atletico Club striker Inaki Williams, who has been ruled out following foot surgery.

Regarding debutants named in the squad, Cagliari midfielder Ibrahim Sulemana is said to be the only new face.

The Black Stars will begin their camping for the games on Thursday, May 30, 2024, according to the Ghana Football Association (GFA).

In a statement released by the GFA on Monday, May 27, 2024, the Black Stars will host a six-day training camp before departing for Bamako on Tuesday, June 4, 2024.

Here is the full Black Stars list:

Lawrence Ati-Zigi

Frederick Asare

Jojo Wollacott

Alidu Seidu

Tariq Lamptey

Denis Odoi

Gideon Mensah

Baba Rahman

Daniel Amartey

Alexander Djiku

Salisu Mohammed

Abdul Salis Samed

Mohammed Kudus

Ibrahim Sulemana

Andre Ayew

Thomas Partey

Baba Iddrisu

Osman Bukari

Fatawu Issahaku

Ernest Nuamah

Joseph Paintsil

Jonathan Sowah

Antoine Semenyo

Jordan Ayew

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